Simon Bolivar Intl (SVMI/CCS) — Maiquetia, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
Simon Bolivar Intl (SVMI/CCS) serves Maiquetia, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (09/27, 10/28). Field elevation is 234 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: SVMI
- Name: Simon Bolivar Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 10.601194
- Longitude: -66.991219
- Elevation: 234 ft
- Country: Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
- Municipality: Maiquetia
- IATA Code: CCS
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: America/Caracas
- Distance from City: 0.6 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 09/27
- Designation: 09/27
- Dimensions: 9930 X 148
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 10/28
- Designation: 10/28
- Dimensions: 11483 X 148
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
- Remarks: N/A
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Frequencies
- Tower: 118.400 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: N/A
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: 132.950 MHz
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: N/A
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: http://www.aeropuerto-maiquetia.com.ve/web/
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: $8.00 per metric ton MTOW
- Parking Fee: $4.00 per metric ton MTOW per 24 hours
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: Simon Bolivar International Airport (Maiquetia), Caracas, Venezuela. BAER (state airport authority) fees. USD preferred for international operators due to currency controls; Venezuelan Bolivar (VES) for domestic.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: PDVSA supplies fuel. Fuel availability can be unreliable due to refinery issues. Recommend confirming availability before dispatch. USD pricing for international operators.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: APIS required to SAIME (immigration authority). Immigration and customs at terminal. General declaration required. Transit visa may be required for certain nationalities. Security situation requires careful planning.
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Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: No curfew. Coastal airport at sea level but with mountainous terrain immediately south (Avila mountain range separates airport from Caracas). Challenging terrain on missed approach. Two runways. Tropical weather patterns.
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Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 7-30 business days (highly variable; 7-day minimum for basic permits)
- Landing Lead Time: 7-30 business days (15-day+ permits require in-person application or local representative)
Private flights require INAC authorization and may need additional government clearance.
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Airport History
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at SVMI?
- The tower frequency at Simon Bolivar Intl is 118.4 MHz.
- What fuel is available at SVMI?
- Simon Bolivar Intl offers Jet A-1.
- Does SVMI require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Simon Bolivar Intl (Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of).
- Where is SVMI located?
- Simon Bolivar Intl (SVMI) is located in Maiquetia, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of.
- What is the IATA code for SVMI?
- The IATA code for Simon Bolivar Intl is CCS.
- How long is the runway at SVMI?
- The main runway at Simon Bolivar Intl (09/27) measures 9930 X 148.
- Does SVMI have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Simon Bolivar Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 09/27, 10/28.
- Is SVMI a port of entry?
- Yes, Simon Bolivar Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.